Firstly, I would like to acknowledge that the sales side - BogieJr
Firstly, I would like to acknowledge that the sales side of the business has always treated us well. We have worked with Sheldon multiple times and have always had a pleasurable experience.
As our relationship continued with the dealership, we made the trip from
Chilliwack to Abbotsford to have our vehicle serviced. The gentlemen at the counter are professional and approachable.
Our latest purchase was a TAG (Trotman Auto Group) custom truck with a dealer installed BDS lift and 35s. The value of this being, dealer installation and supply of the parts was to maintain the warranty of the vehicle due to it being installed by certified technicians. After 8,500km the truck had a clunk in the front end. We brought it out to Abby Chrysler to have it diagnosed and repaired. The technician retorqued the front end (because it was loose) and after two days we received the truck back to take home.
When we arrived home there was another major clunk coming from the rear end. We called the dealership and explained the situation and the nature of the dealer installed aftermarket’s. Due to us being limited to a single vehicle, we asked if it had to be looked at by their dealership and the appointment coordinator was adamant that it would be covered by Chryslers warranty and I could go to any dealership.
Long story short, the other dealership diagnosed the issue as the rear being so loose the axel was shifting. (Obviously installer error). They proudly stated it was all fixed up and good to go and they handed me a bill for the repair.
I was shocked as the truck still sat under 10k km and it should be covered under warranty. They explained that Chrysler will not warranty any aftermarket parts issues. When they reached out to Abbotsford Chrysler, explaining the situation, Abbotsford refused to cover the repair costs.
The dealer was our go to and we had really enjoyed our experience but to be stuck with a shop bill after spending $90k on a truck feels outrageous. The dealership did end up offering a service credit at their dealership for the next service, but it turned us off from utilizing the service department in the future.
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